Business Development Advisor (BC Beverage Technology Access Centre)

OKANAGAN COLLEGE

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Position Title :

Business Development Advisor

Competition Number : C002786

C002786

Division / Portfolio :

Community Engagement & Careers

Department / Program :

Research Contracts (BCBTAC)

Campus / Centre : Penticton

Penticton

Your Opportunity :

Under the direction of the Manager, BC Beverage Technology Access Centre (BCBTAC), the Business Development Advisor is responsible for providing business and project management services within the fermented and non-alcoholic beverage sectors with the goal of meeting and exceeding revenue targets identified for the BCBTAC.

The Business Development Advisor works in collaboration with the Manager, BCBTAC to identify business services, facilitators and potential research opportunities, and advises on recruitment, selection, supervision and evaluation of the business services, research, and training offered.

Education and Experience :

A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, or related project management qualification. A minimum of five years related experience in a beverage sector environment is required.

Experience including tactical marketing sales, business development strategies, project management or instructional design is preferred.

Functions and Duties :

1. Identifies, designs, develops, and establishes statements of work for new and recurring business services for the BC Beverage Technology Access Centre (BCBTAC).

2. Plans, schedules and project manages services (up to 50% of position) offered through the BCBTAC relative to industry needs and performance measures.

3. Liaises with the wine, cidery, distillery and brewery businesses, other service providers, government organizations, associations, and not-for-profits in the region to answer queries and respond to requests regarding BCBTAC services and applied research capabilities.

4. Works with industry and corporate partners to propose, negotiate and execute service agreements for delivery of existing and services, with the goal of meeting and exceeding revenue targets.

5. Assists in developing and updating short- and medium-range plans to support BCBTAC’s annual plan and operations.

6. Contributes to the preparation of the annual plan and budget, according to established policies and procedures for the BCBTAC.

7. Monitors revenue and expenditure statements relative to approved budget with the goal of meeting or exceeding targets and maintains statistical data including trends, forecasts and projections.

8. Responds to client concerns, complaints and suggestions in a timely fashion.

9. Coordinates with Public Affairs and the Manager, BCBTAC in the development and implementation of promotional plans for new and existing services of the BCBTAC.

10. Undertakes analysis of sectorial trends to determine business opportunities with the beverage sector.

11. Maintains current knowledge about government funding opportunities that exist for training and development initiatives for small- and medium-sized businesses.

12. Represents BCBTAC at assigned conferences and meetings; builds and strengthens relationships with clients and organizations in the beverage sector.

13. Evaluates promotion and recruitment initiatives and adapts strategies for maximum impact and effectiveness.

14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities :

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and in taking initiative with limited supervision / direction
• Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with internal and external contacts
• Ability to manage high work volume and conflicting priorities in order to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creative problem solver
• Strong budgeting and analytical skills
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and complex databases to generate and analyze reports

Appointment Type :

Support - Regular Full-time

Appointment Start Date :

05 / 13 / 2024

Appointment End Date :

03 / 30 / 2029

Schedule :

M-F, 8 : 30AM-4 : 30PM

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate :

$64,100 - $73,200

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Please note : this position is externally funded and is subject to operational needs and is based on the length of the specific contract and whether such contract is renewed.

Employees who are hired for externally funded positions are not entitled to bumping rights or severance as per the BCGEU Support Staff Collective Agreement (Letter of Understanding #10).

Shortlisted internal candidates must notify the current Support Staff Bargaining Chairperson and People Services if they want a Union Observer during interviews and final selection of candidates.

Posting Opening Date :

04 / 24 / 2024

Posting Closing Date :

05 / 05 / 2024

APPLICATIONS :

To apply for this position, please go to our employment site : https : / / www.employmentopportunities.okanagan.bc.ca

and complete an on-line application.

All applications must be submitted through our employment site to be considered.

Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life.

We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups / visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions.

People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected]